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Per die temperature programming for thermally efficient integrated circuit (IC) operation

US8461895B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 25, 2011
Grant dateJun 11, 2013
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Expiry dateOct 25, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and apparatus to provide per die temperature programming for thermally efficient integrated circuit (IC) operation are described. In some embodiments, the junction temperature of an IC component is determined, e.g., to reduce power consumption and/or improve performance. Other embodiments are also described.

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